Status:
valid
Authors:
Summerh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 48: 358 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692045
Common Names
- Irregularis Frankenia
- Irregular Frankenia
- Irregular Sea-heath
Description
Frankenia irregularis (also called Irregular Frankenia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the western United States. It has small, leathery leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and chaparral.
Uses & Benefits
Frankenia irregularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frankenia irregularis has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Frankenia irregularis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a well-draining medium. They should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly until they are established.
Where to Find Frankenia irregularis
Frankenia irregularis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in coastal areas.
Frankenia irregularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frankenia irregularis?
Frankenia irregularis
What type of plant is Frankenia irregularis?
Frankenia irregularis is a shrub
Where does Frankenia irregularis grow?
Frankenia irregularis grows in sandy soils in coastal areas
Species in the Frankenia genus
Frankenia adpressa,
Frankenia ambita,
Frankenia boissieri,
Frankenia brachyphylla,
Frankenia bracteata,
Frankenia bucharica,
Frankenia chilensis,
Frankenia chubutensis,
Frankenia cinerea,
Frankenia conferta,
Frankenia confusa,
Frankenia connata,
Frankenia cordata,
Frankenia corymbosa,
Frankenia crispa,
Frankenia cupularis,
Frankenia decurrens,
Frankenia densa,
Frankenia desertorum,
Frankenia drummondii,
Frankenia eremophila,
Frankenia ericifolia,
Frankenia fecunda,
Frankenia fischeri,
Frankenia flabellata,
Frankenia foliosa,
Frankenia georgei,
Frankenia glomerata,
Frankenia gracilis,
Frankenia gypsophila,
Frankenia hamata,
Frankenia hirsuta,
Frankenia hispidula,
Frankenia interioris,
Frankenia irregularis,
Frankenia jamesii,
Frankenia johnstonii,
Frankenia juniperoides,
Frankenia laevis,
Frankenia latior,
Frankenia laxiflora,
Frankenia magnifica,
Frankenia margaritae,
Frankenia microphylla,
Frankenia muscosa,
Frankenia orthotricha,
Frankenia pallida,
Frankenia palmeri,
Frankenia parvula,
Frankenia patagonica,
Species in the Frankeniaceae family
Frankenia adpressa,
Frankenia ambita,
Frankenia boissieri,
Frankenia brachyphylla,
Frankenia bracteata,
Frankenia bucharica,
Frankenia chilensis,
Frankenia chubutensis,
Frankenia cinerea,
Frankenia conferta,
Frankenia confusa,
Frankenia connata,
Frankenia cordata,
Frankenia corymbosa,
Frankenia crispa,
Frankenia cupularis,
Frankenia decurrens,
Frankenia densa,
Frankenia desertorum,
Frankenia drummondii,
Frankenia eremophila,
Frankenia ericifolia,
Frankenia fecunda,
Frankenia fischeri,
Frankenia flabellata,
Frankenia foliosa,
Frankenia georgei,
Frankenia glomerata,
Frankenia gracilis,
Frankenia gypsophila,
Frankenia hamata,
Frankenia hirsuta,
Frankenia hispidula,
Frankenia interioris,
Frankenia irregularis,
Frankenia jamesii,
Frankenia johnstonii,
Frankenia juniperoides,
Frankenia laevis,
Frankenia latior,
Frankenia laxiflora,
Frankenia magnifica,
Frankenia margaritae,
Frankenia microphylla,
Frankenia muscosa,
Frankenia orthotricha,
Frankenia pallida,
Frankenia palmeri,
Frankenia parvula,
Frankenia patagonica,